Soldiers in the Arctic modify rifles by stripping standard oil to prevent freezing and using graphite instead. They use oversized trigger guards for mittens, tape muzzles to block snow, and often leave weapons outside to avoid condensation. 

‘Arctic warfare’: How troops modify rifles for extreme cold combat

Surviving the Arctic requires a sophisticated "clothing system" rather than just a thick coat. Arctic soldiers use a 7-layer system including wicking base layers, "Bunny Boots" for feet, and the puffy "Marshmallow Suit" for static warmth. 

From snow goggles to thermal armor: What soldiers really wear in the Arctic

Dozens of fighters were killed in overnight clashes along the Pakistan-Afghanistan border on Sunday. The fighting marks the deadliest border conflict since the Taliban took power in Kabul. Tensions rose after Islamabad demanded Taliban action against militants striking Pakistan
Afghanistan’s defence ministry claimed its troops killed 58 Pakistani soldiers in retaliation. Pakistan accuses these groups of operating from safe havens inside Afghanistan. Both sides have blamed each other for escalating attacks in recent weeks. The Taliban spokesman: Afghanistan 'will not leave any aggression unanswered. Could this be a new escalation in Pakistan-Afghanistan tensions?

Pak-Afghanistan Clash: Kabul's Revenge Strike Claims Lives Of At Least 58 Pakistani Soldiers

These small nations may lack numbers, but their elite soldiers are among the toughest in the world. From Nepal’s Gurkhas to Israel’s Sayeret Matkal, discover how intense training and strategy make size irrelevant on the battlefield.


6 small countries with surprisingly tough soldiers

Four IDF soldiers were killed in a Hamas attack near Gaza City on September 8, according to the Israeli military. The fallen troops were members of the 401st Armored Brigade’s 52nd Battalion. Prime Minister Netanyahu warned Gaza City residents to evacuate, as the IDF intensifies airstrikes ahead of a potential ground offensive.

Hamas attack: Four Israeli soldiers killed near Gaza city, says IDF

The latest rationalisation, which reduces GST rates to simpler 5 and 18 per cent slabs and exempts many essentials, means those rupees stretch further.

The morale dividend: What GST relief means for soldiers and veterans

Ecuador has deployed intelligence and counter-terrorism forces to the Amazon region to hunt down guerrillas and combat illegal mining. This move comes amid a surge in violence and crime in the country, with 11 Ecuadorian armed personnel recently killed in an ambush. Watch to know more!

Ecuador's Amazon crackdown: Troops deployed to combat gangs and illegal mining

Ecuador military personnel killed by FARC guerrillas in anti-mining operation near Colombia border, sparking violence and unrest.

Ecuador declares national mourning for 11 soldiers killed in ambush

A tragic accident near Ramban District claims the lives of 3 Indian Army personnel as an army vehicle slips. The Indian Army expresses condolences to the families of the deceased.

Army vehicle plunges into gorge in J&K’s Ramban, three soldiers killed

Security forces in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district have busted a terrorist hideout, uncovering a large cache of arms and ammunition. The operation is part of a crackdown on terrorists in the region.

J&K: Large cache of arms and ammunition unearthed

A suspected terror attack in Jammu & Kashmir’s Pahalgam has left four tourists injured after unknown assailants opened fire. Security forces have rushed to the spot and a search operation is underway.

Several tourists fired upon in Jammu & Kashmir's Pahalgam; Security forces rushed to the spot

An intense exchange of fire broke out between security forces and terrorists in Jammu and Kashmir’s Poonch district, specifically in Lasana village. The encounter began after the Indian Army launched a search operation in the area, triggering a fierce gun battle with heavily armed militants.

Encounter between armed forces and terrorists in Lasana village, Jammu & Kashmir

The security forces are carrying out massive search operations in the Udhampur district of Jammu division for the second consecutive day. The forces and terrorists were involved in a brief encounter, after which more deployment was brought in, and the search for the terrorists still continues. Watch in for more details!

Jammu & Kashmir: Day 3 of massive hunt for terrorists in Kishtwar and Udhampur

A US armored vehicle that went missing in Lithuania has been retrieved from a swamp after a 6-day search. However, confirmation is awaited about the fate of the four missing American soldiers who were on board. Watch this report for more details!

Search continues for missing US soldiers in Lithuania as vehicle is recovered

A US armored vehicle that went missing in Lithuania has been retrieved from a swamp after a 6-day search. However, confirmation is awaited about the fate of the four missing American soldiers who were on board. Watch in for more details!

Four US soldiers still missing after armoured vehicle found

Lithuanian and US forces have been conducting a relentless search operation for 72 hours now to find the four US soldiers who went missing during a tactical training exercise. The soldiers were stationed on the Lithuanian and Belarusian border for almost about 2 months. The soldiers were from the first brigade, the third brigade infantry division, and they went missing during training exercises about 15 kilometers from Belarus, near the city of Pabrade in Lithuania, late on Wednesday. Watch in for more details!

US soldiers went missing during a military exercise on march 26

Lithuanian and US forces have been conducting a relentless search operation for 48 hours now to find the four US soldiers who went missing during a tactical training exercise. The soldiers were stationed on the Lithuanian and Belarusian border for almost about 2 months. The soldiers were from the first brigade, the third brigade infantry division, and they went missing during training exercises about 15 kilometers from Belarus, near the city of Pabrade in Lithuania, late on Wednesday. Watch in for more details!

Mysterious case of 4 US Army soldiers missing in Lithuania, search underway

Lithuania: Search underway for missing US soldiers

An encounter broke out between terrorists and security forces in Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir on Sunday evening after security forces launched a massive search operation in the forest area near the international border, officials said. Watch in for more details!

Encounter in Jammu & Kashmir during joint search operations by security forces

Encounter in Jammu & Kashmir forest after gunfight between army & terrorists

Indian security forces have foiled a major terror plot in Jammu & Kashmir. A terrorist was neutralized in Handwara during an intense gunfight. Security personnel recovered an AK-47 rifle, arms, and ammunition from the encounter site. Search and cordon operations are ongoing to track down any other threats.

Indian security forces foil terror plot, kill militant in Kashmir

World: The United Russia party posted on social media, thanking the "mums" for their "strength of spirit and the love you put into bringing up your sons”, AFP reported.

‘Shameful’: Putin’s party slammed for gifting ‘meat grinder’ to mothers of dead soldiers on Women’s Day

Ukrainian soldiers who lost their vision during the war with Russia are now facing new challenges back home. With limited access to healthcare, many turn to music and dance to adapt and find hope. Their personal battles reflect the ongoing cost of war in Ukraine.

Russia-Ukraine war: Soldiers blinded on the warfront have limited access to healthcare

Russia-Ukraine war: Soldiers who lost their vision face new challenges at home

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